Antonius Vaessen
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- 2015-2016 VdlPlata - Sanabres
2016.Primitivo
2017 Salvador
2018 Norte (to Sobrado)
2019 Norte again
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Thanks for the information.
Hopefully there will a fair number of people in May.
JT
The snow has already melted.Early May or late May? I wonder if there would be any risk of snow in the higher regions. But I have no experience of this so let's wait for another pilgrim's answer. I know there are a lot of pilgims on this forum with experience of the Salvador in Springtime. They should soon discover this thread!
/BP
The snow has already melted. It's been an early spring in the area this year. Many already out there walking the Salvador.Regarding snow, I have good hiking boots and poles and expect snow will only be on the ground in patches, if at all. Also I have been walking on 3 feet of snow all Winter in Ontario. Sadly.
JT
Likewise, I have planned to walk the Camino San Salvador in the first half of May and would welcome any further observations re this route. As a guy in his 70s I do tend to take my time and trust that the accommodation en route will accommodate my likely schedule, yes?I am also walking the San Salvador (in May) and am interested in the answers to your question.
Hi, Paul JW,Likewise, I have planned to walk the Camino San Salvador in the first half of May and would welcome any further observations re this route. As a guy in his 70s I do tend to take my time and trust that the accommodation en route will accommodate my likely schedule, yes?
Hi, Paul JW,
Welcome to the forum! You will be able to get a LOT of info about the Salvador here, since there is a very vocal group of starstruck pilgrims who love this route. First thing I'd ask if whether you have seen Ender's guide to the Salvador. It is absolutely all you need to know. You can consult it on your phone or print it out. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B61VvtkuNOwEMXpaM280YWtTTXM/view?pref=2&pli=1
Not sure how many kms you want to walk but there are easy ways to break these 120 kms up into small pieces.
The stretch between Buiza and Pajares is absolutely indescribable and un-beatable in terms of the scenery, the space, and the majesty you will feel. Not too get too new-agey here, but if these kms don't fill you with wonder for the magic of life and the wonder of the universe, nothing will. Sorry but I am not very good at posting pics and I see one is huge but I can't fix it!
If you are not on an albergue budget, I'd highly recommend the casa rural in Poladura. Very comfortable, very nice hostesses.
And for an albergue experience like no other, don't miss Benduenos. It is about 1.5 km uphill from the small hamlet of Herias, detour is very well marked, and it is a 5 ***** place in a beautiful setting.
I could go on and on, but let us know if you have specific questions, buen camino, Laurie
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Laurie,The stretch between Buiza and Pajares is absolutely indescribable and un-beatable in terms of the scenery, the space, and the majesty you will feel. Not too get too new-agey here, but if these kms don't fill you with wonder for the magic of life and the wonder of the universe, nothing will. Sorry but I am not very good at posting pics and I see one is huge but I can't fix it!
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I totally agree with Laurie it is majestic. I walked it last month(15th to 19th).I had perfect weather and met 3 other pilgrims.I did find the descent from Canto la Tusa to Herias challenging( I was glad I had poles) but then I stayed in the best albuergue ever in Benduenos .What a wonderful place,welcome, food etc.If you find that the 1.5 k detour/climb will be too much ring her she will pick you up and drop you back to the camino next morning.Also in Leon pick up a Camino de san Salvador booklet guide from the tourist office
Buen Camino
I would like to say how sorry I am to read about the incident you experienced, and hope your ganas will return with time. I am planning to begin the Salvador route next week, and have been helped so much by forum contributions, and now will go to the Facebook page you mention. Mil gracias, safe trip to wherever your home is, and don't wait too long to put your toe back in...I have walked the Salvador, but only in summer or fall, so I never had any issues with the snow.One thing I can suggest is to go to the Camino Del Salvador Facebook page and post a question when you're getting ready to set out. Ended runs the page and he is always quick to respond with current info. Snow in May is not unheard of.
As far as pilgrim traffic goes, I don't think you will find too many people on the Salvador in May. Even in June, there were very few of us. I know it gets busy in July and August though. Whenever you go, you're in for a wonderful journey!
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